Rafale M Or F-18 Navy With Both Ball Now In Govt Court Navy Chief Hari Kumar
2 years ago

Rafale M Or F-18 Navy With Both Ball Now In Govt Court Navy Chief Hari Kumar

ABP News  

New Delhi: The Indian Navy is waiting for the government to take the final decision and choose either Dassault Aviation’s Rafale M or Boeing’s F/A-18 Super Hornet for India’s new aircraft carrier INS Vikrant, Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R. Hari Kumar told ABP Live. Now there will be commonality for spare parts and support etc.,” the Navy Chief added. Asked which one of the aircraft the Navy prefers, Kumar said: “Each has got its own strengths and weaknesses, so let the government decide.” The Navy Chief added: “We are getting a twin-engine, deck-based fighters being developed in India since we believe in Aatmanirbhar Bharat.” However, he said, the prototype is expected to be ready by 2026-27 and it may be inducted in the Navy by 2034. “The trials were successful and all the points were achieved.” Malabar Exercise Will Get ‘More And More Complex’ On the upcoming Malabar Naval Exercise that will be taking place later this year amid rising geopolitical tensions, the Navy Chief said every year the navies of the partner countries — India, Japan, Australia and the US — strive to achieve “some new development”.

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India likely to issue global tender to acquire multirole fighter jets
2 weeks, 3 days ago

India likely to issue global tender to acquire multirole fighter jets

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: As India prepares to issue a global tender to acquire new multirole fighter aircraft, Indian Air Force Chief Air Chief Marshal A.P. The IAF chief's statement comes when a high-level committee headed by defence secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh, in its report to defence minister Rajnath Singh last week, is said to have accepted the need for getting 114 …

India’s naval aviation roadmap: NAMCA’s path to self-reliance
1 month, 1 week ago

India’s naval aviation roadmap: NAMCA’s path to self-reliance

Firstpost  

The Naval Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft should not remain a conceptual project but evolve into a combat-ready aircraft, strengthening India’s strategic autonomy in naval aviation By reforming HAL, engaging private aerospace leaders, and ensuring real technology transfer, India can break free from cycles of dependency. With the world’s naval forces moving decisively toward fifth-generation carrier-based airpower, India’s need for an …

India’s naval aviation roadmap: NAMCA’s path to self-reliance
1 month, 1 week ago

India’s naval aviation roadmap: NAMCA’s path to self-reliance

Firstpost  

The Naval Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft should not remain a conceptual project but evolve into a combat-ready aircraft, strengthening India’s strategic autonomy in naval aviation The Indian Navy’s unveiling of its Naval Aviation Roadmap is more than a policy document—it is a declaration of intent. With the world’s naval forces moving decisively toward fifth-generation carrier-based airpower, India’s need for an …

Navy's Rs 60,000 crore Rafale deal to boost Air Force's refuelling capability
1 month, 1 week ago

Navy's Rs 60,000 crore Rafale deal to boost Air Force's refuelling capability

India Today  

India's defence capabilities are set for a major boost as the Indian Navy moves closer to finalising its acquisition of 26 Rafale Marine jets from France. The deal, which is in the final stages of approval by the Cabinet Committee on Security, will not only strengthen the Navy's fleet for operations aboard aircraft carriers like INS Vikramaditya but will also …

Rafale-M deal to be inked in couple of months, delivery to start after four years
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Rafale-M deal to be inked in couple of months, delivery to start after four years

The Hindu  

Deliveries of the Rafale-M for the Indian Navy would begin in four years once the contract is signed, which is set to be done in the next couple of months when the French Defence Minister visits India, according to official sources. This also means that in 2029 the Indian Navy would begin receiving both the Rafale-M jets and also the …

PM Modi's France visit: India to acquire 26 Rafale-M Jets, 3 Scorpene submarines for Navy
1 month, 2 weeks ago

PM Modi's France visit: India to acquire 26 Rafale-M Jets, 3 Scorpene submarines for Navy

India Today  

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to France will strengthen India’s defense capabilities, with the finalization of deals to procure 26 Rafale-M fighter jets and 3 additional Scorpene-class submarines under Project-75 for the Indian Navy. The jets will replace India’s aging MiG-29K fleet, offering greater operational efficiency and combat readiness, boosting India's naval power in the Indian Ocean region. India will …

Navy set to finalise Rs 60,000 crore Rafale M deal: All about game-changing jets
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Navy set to finalise Rs 60,000 crore Rafale M deal: All about game-changing jets

India Today  

In a major step toward strengthening its maritime defence capabilities, the Indian Navy is set to sign a deal for 26 Rafale M fighter jets with Dassault Aviation. The Rs 60,000 crore agreement, confirmed by Chief of Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh Tripathi, is poised to elevate India's naval prowess amid escalating challenges in the Indian Ocean Region. STRATEGIC AND ECONOMIC …

India to ink deal for Rafale jets, submarines soon: Navy chief
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3 months, 3 weeks ago

India to ink deal for Rafale jets, submarines soon: Navy chief

Hindustan Times  

India is likely to sign by January 2025 two deals with France for 26 new Rafale-M fighter jets and three more Scorpene-class submarines to sharpen its combat capabilities, navy chief Admiral Dinesh Tripathi said on Monday, adding that 62 warships and a diesel-electric submarine are under construction at various Indian shipyards, and the government has approved a project to build …

India to buy 26 Rafale Marine jets, deal may be signed next year, says Navy chief
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3 months, 4 weeks ago

India to buy 26 Rafale Marine jets, deal may be signed next year, says Navy chief

Firstpost  

India is in the process of buying 26 Rafale Marine jets from France along with three Scorpene-class submarines India is in the process of buying 26 Rafale Marine aircraft. India will buy 26 Rafale Marine warplanes and the deal is expected to be signed next year, said Navy chief Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi on Monday. At the annual Navy Day …

Indian, French governments negotiating 26 Rafale marine jet deal
9 months, 2 weeks ago

Indian, French governments negotiating 26 Rafale marine jet deal

Deccan Chronicle  

New Delhi: India and France are carrying out negotiations for the price and other related issues for the all-important 26 Rafale Marine fighter aircraft deal for the Indian Navy. "The French delegation is in New Delhi, including officials from their Directorate General of Armament which is looking after the sale of the Rafale jets to India," defence sources told ANI. …

India-France to begin Rafale M negotiations today: How these fighter jets will enhance Navy's capabilities
10 months ago

India-France to begin Rafale M negotiations today: How these fighter jets will enhance Navy's capabilities

Firstpost  

The Rafale M is a single-seat, twin-jet fighter plane manufactured by Dassault Aviation. The jet, which operates from aircraft carriers, has been described as an ‘omnirole’ fighter which can carry out several different duties including air defence, air policing, nuclear deterrence, power projection, deployments for external missions, deep strike missions, air support for ground forces, reconnaissance missions, and pilot training …

The Rafale Marine | A new fighter fleet
1 year, 8 months ago

The Rafale Marine | A new fighter fleet

The Hindu  

On July 13, as Prime Minister Narendra Modi was enroute to Paris, a meeting of the Defence Acquisition Council, held under the chairmanship of Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, accorded initial approval for two key defence deals with France: the Acceptance of Necessity for the procurement of 26 Rafale Marine aircraft, the naval variant of the 36 Rafales in service with …

Even As Rafale, Scorpenes Equip Indian Navy, ‘Make in India’ Needs a Reboot
1 year, 8 months ago

Even As Rafale, Scorpenes Equip Indian Navy, ‘Make in India’ Needs a Reboot

The Quint  

On the substantive side, post-visit, a press release from Paris by Dassault Aviation which manufactures the aircraft stated that the “Indian Government announced the selection of the Navy Rafale to equip the Indian Navy with a latest-generation fighter.” There was considerable speculation prior to the Modi visit that major deals would be concluded and announced for the acquisition of Rafale …

Dassault Aviation: India selects Navy Rafale
1 year, 8 months ago

Dassault Aviation: India selects Navy Rafale

Deccan Chronicle  

Kolkata: As Prime Minister Narendra Modi finished his two-day France tour, Dassault Aviation has informed that the Indian government announced the selection of the Navy Rafale to equip the Indian Navy with a latest-generation fighter. On Saturday, Dassault Aviation Chairman and CEO Eric Trappier said, "As we celebrate the 70th anniversary of our partnership with the Indian Forces, I would …

India selects naval version of Rafale: Dassault Aviation
1 year, 8 months ago

India selects naval version of Rafale: Dassault Aviation

The Hindu  

The Indian government announced the selection of the naval variant of Rafale jets to equip the Indian Navy with the latest-generation fighter, Dassault Aviation, French aerospace major and maker of the aircraft, said on July 15. "The Indian government announced the selection of the Navy Rafale to equip the Indian Navy with a latest-generation fighter," Dassault Aviation said in a …

Agreement reached for using India’s UPI in France: PM Modi
1 year, 8 months ago

Agreement reached for using India’s UPI in France: PM Modi

The Hindu  

July 13, 2023 21:01 “Procurement will help maintain operational readiness” Four of the 26 Rafale-M jets, the naval variant of the deck-based platform will be trainer aircraft, sources in the defence establishment said. Under Indian Navy’s Project 75, six Scorpene submarines have already been constructed in India by Mazagon Dock Limited in cooperation with the Naval Group of France. “The …

Why India chose Rafale-M over F/A-18 Super Hornet
1 year, 8 months ago

Why India chose Rafale-M over F/A-18 Super Hornet

India Today  

A deal for 26 naval Rafales is reportedly going to be signed between India and France during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s upcoming visit to Paris. Obviously, a MiG on Sukhoi — a Russian-on-Russian engagement — has a 50-50 chance of success, but a vastly superior Western platform armed with longer-range missiles like the Meteor as well as the ability to …

India and France likely to ink a deal for Rafale Marine fighter jets during PM Modi's visit
1 year, 8 months ago

India and France likely to ink a deal for Rafale Marine fighter jets during PM Modi's visit

Op India  

Following the signing of significant defence deals with the United States during Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s state visit there, India is expected to sign a deal with France now to purchase the naval/marine version of the Rafale fighter jets. During his visit, Prime Minister Modi will meet with French President Emmanuel Macron to discuss a broad range of issues, including …

Rafale Jets Carry Out Long-Range Mission In Indian Ocean Region
1 year, 9 months ago

Rafale Jets Carry Out Long-Range Mission In Indian Ocean Region

Deccan Chronicle  

NEW DELHI: Four Rafale fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force carried out a "strategic" mission over the Indian Ocean region for over six hours, in a significant demonstration of their long-range combat capabilities, people familiar with the operation said on Wednesday. The jets took off from the Hasimara Air Force station in the eastern sector, carried out the mission …

Rafale jets carry out long-range mission in Indian Ocean Region
1 year, 9 months ago

Rafale jets carry out long-range mission in Indian Ocean Region

The Hindu  

Four Rafale fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force carried out a "strategic" mission over the Indian Ocean region for over six hours, in a significant demonstration of their long-range combat capabilities, people familiar with the operation said on May 31. The Indian Air Force carried out the mission at a time China has been ramping up its presence in …

4 Rafale jets conduct long-range mission in Indian Ocean Region
1 year, 9 months ago

4 Rafale jets conduct long-range mission in Indian Ocean Region

India Today  

Four Rafale fighter aircraft of the Indian Air Force carried out a "strategic" mission over the Indian Ocean region for over six hours, in a significant demonstration of their long-range combat capabilities, people familiar with the operation said on Wednesday. The IAF carried out the mission at a time when China has been ramping up its presence in the Indian …

How Indian Navy's fighter jet deal enters crucial stage with Modi's upcoming US, France visits
1 year, 10 months ago

How Indian Navy's fighter jet deal enters crucial stage with Modi's upcoming US, France visits

India Today  

India's first indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant is undergoing air certification and flight integration trials with rotary-wing and fixed-wing aircraft to attain combat readiness at the earliest. However, India's biggest warship is waiting for the 26 new deck-based fighter jets that the navy is purchasing as an interim measure while in wait for the homegrown twin-engine deck-based fighter. While most …

Indian Navy | Rafale-M vs the F/A-18: A tough choice
2 years, 1 month ago

Indian Navy | Rafale-M vs the F/A-18: A tough choice

India Today  

With the launch of India’s indigenous aircraft carrier INS Vikrant last year, the search started in earnest for suitable aircraft to be deployed on it. Over the past few years, two aircraft have emerged as the main contenders: the naval version of the French firm Dassault’s Rafale fighter jet and the US’s F/A-18 Super Hornet from Boeing. In May 2019, …

India, France Vow Greater Defence & Security Cooperation, Rafale M Gets A Push
2 years, 2 months ago

India, France Vow Greater Defence & Security Cooperation, Rafale M Gets A Push

ABP News  

National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Emmanuel Bonne, Diplomatic Advisor and G7/G20 Sherpa to the President of France, on Thursday sought to deepen defence ties between both countries in an effort to take their strategic ties to the next level. “During the strategic dialogue and the meetings, India and France reiterated their commitment to take forward their strategic partnership to …

After IAF, now Indian Navy to get Rafale fighter jets
2 years, 2 months ago

After IAF, now Indian Navy to get Rafale fighter jets

Firstpost  

The Indian Navy has rejected the American jet F/A-18 Super Hornet and opted for the deal with Rafale. The deal for the Rafale M is being termed as a milestone in the relations between India and France Paris: After the Indian Air Force the Indian Navy is also in line to get Rafale fighter aircraft from France. Earlier, the Indian …

IAF Chief Flies in Rafale During Military Exercise with France, Says India Needs 4.5 Generation Aircraft
2 years, 4 months ago

IAF Chief Flies in Rafale During Military Exercise with France, Says India Needs 4.5 Generation Aircraft

News 18  

Indian Air Force chief Marshal VR Chaudhari on Tuesday pointed out the need to add 4.5 generation aircraft to IAF’s inventory. “As per our air force requirement, it’s very important for us to add 4.5 generation aircraft to our inventory. Chaudhari flew in an IAF’s Rafale fighter jet, while French Air chief Gen Stéphane Mille took off in an Indian …

Rafale vs F-18: Indian Navy evaluating trial reports of the two fighter jets for INS Vikrant
2 years, 6 months ago

Rafale vs F-18: Indian Navy evaluating trial reports of the two fighter jets for INS Vikrant

Firstpost  

The fighter aircraft will be acquired under a government-to-government deal by the Indian Navy for operations from its latest aircraft carrier INS Vikrant which was commissioned recently by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in Kochi, Kerala New Delhi: The Indian Navy is evaluating the report of the extensive trials of the French Rafale and US-made F-18 fighter planes for a defence …

Rafale vs Super Hornet: Which fighter plane will the Indian Navy pick?
2 years, 8 months ago

Rafale vs Super Hornet: Which fighter plane will the Indian Navy pick?

Firstpost  

Boeing’s F/A-18E Super Hornet and Dassault Aviation’s Rafale M aircraft earlier this year completed a series of demonstration flights to show adaptability to Indian conditions. A detailed report on their performance is being prepared, a source said Looking to pick up some deck-based fighter jets for its indigenous aircraft carrier Vikrant, the Indian Navy is faced with a choice – …

India flight tests Rafale-Marine for INS Vikrant
3 years, 1 month ago

India flight tests Rafale-Marine for INS Vikrant

The Hindu  

The marine version of the French-made Rafale fighter jet has been successfully flight-tested at a shore-based facility in Goa where conditions similar to that on the indigenously-developed aircraft carrier INS Vikrant were simulated, a top diplomat said. The Rafale-M jet was tested for 12 days last month at Goa’s INS Hansa facility using a 283 metre mock ski-jump facility, Mr. …

India flight tests Rafale-Marine for INS Vikrant
3 years, 1 month ago

India flight tests Rafale-Marine for INS Vikrant

India TV News  

Highlights The marine version of the French-made Rafale fighter jet has been successfully flight-tested. The marine version of the French-made Rafale fighter jet has been successfully flight-tested at a shore-based facility in Goa where conditions similar to that on the indigenously-developed aircraft carrier INS Vikrant were simulated, a top diplomat said. India's new aircraft carrier has been designed as a …

Navy to test Rafale-M jet for INS Vikrant
3 years, 2 months ago

Navy to test Rafale-M jet for INS Vikrant

Hindustan Times  

With countdown already begun to commission indigenous aircraft carrier 1 as INS Vikrant in August 2022, the Indian Navy will conduct flight trials of Rafale-Maritime fighter at Shore Based Test Facility at INS Hansa in Goa on January 6 onwards as part of its exercise to identify the best warplane to suit the 40,000 tonne carrier. While the Indian Navy …

When will India get remaining Rafale jets? IAF chief provides a timeline
3 years, 3 months ago

When will India get remaining Rafale jets? IAF chief provides a timeline

Hindustan Times  

Indian Air Force chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari on Saturday thanked France for timely deliveries of the Dassault Rafale fighter jets to India and provided a timeline for dispatch of the rest of the twin-engine multirole fighter aircrafts. Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari “As far as discussions on Rafale is concerned, we are thankful to them for the timely …

France ready to support India’s extra requests for Rafale jets: French Minister
3 years, 3 months ago

France ready to support India’s extra requests for Rafale jets: French Minister

The Hindu  

France is ready to answer any additional needs or requests that could be made by India for additional Rafale fighter jets, including for its indigenous aircraft carrier, French Minister for armed forces Florence Parly said on Friday. France and India share the same views on something which is key, on the international maritime law.” Access to global commons Ms. Parly …

10 more Rafale fighter jets to land in India by next month: Official
3 years, 11 months ago

10 more Rafale fighter jets to land in India by next month: Official

Live Mint  

Six Rafale fighter jets will land in India on April 28, enabling the Indian Air Force to take the first steps to raise its second squadron of the fourth-generation-plus fighter jets, according to a report by Hindustan Times. A senior IAF official said to Hindustan Times that with the induction of the 6 fighters will complete the Golden Arrows squadron …

Air Force to induct second squadron of Rafale fighter aircraft in April
4 years ago

Air Force to induct second squadron of Rafale fighter aircraft in April

India Today  

In a move to strengthen itself on the eastern front along the China border, the Indian Air Force will be inducting the second squadron of the Rafale fighter aircraft in mid-April. By the time the second squadron gets operationalised, the Indian Air Force would have more than 20 Rafale fighter jets. In September last year, five Rafale fighter jets were …

Indian Air Force will focus on ₹1.3 lakh crore deal for 114 fighter jets
4 years, 1 month ago

Indian Air Force will focus on ₹1.3 lakh crore deal for 114 fighter jets

Live Mint  

With the deal for 83 LCA Tejas Mark 1A aircraft set to be signed during upcoming Aero India, the Indian Air Force is now looking to focus on the multirole fighter aircraft project under which it is planning to acquire 114 combat aircraft expected to cost over ₹1.3 lakh crore. The Air Force had been undertaking one fighter aircraft project …

Malabar Exercise: Indian, US navies perform war-game with air assets in Arabian Sea
4 years, 4 months ago

Malabar Exercise: Indian, US navies perform war-game with air assets in Arabian Sea

India Today  

Air assets of the Indian and US navies were in action carrying out fighter flying operations from aircraft carriers in the Arabian Sea on Thursday in the second phase of the Malabar Exercise. There was a high tempo of fighter flying operations from the decks of the two participating aircraft carriers, INS Vikramaditya and USS Nimitz, the Indian Navy said. …

Indian Air Force to get a big Rafale boost, 16 fighters to land by April
4 years, 5 months ago

Indian Air Force to get a big Rafale boost, 16 fighters to land by April

Hindustan Times  

The Indian Air Force’s strike capability is set for a boost with 16 omni-role Rafale jet fighters to be inducted into the Golden Arrows squadron by April 2021 and with France’s biggest jet engine maker Safran ready to make fighter engines and ancillaries in India, people familiar with the matter said on Tuesday. Five Rafale jets flew to the Ambala …

Indian Air Force team in France reviews Rafale project
4 years, 5 months ago

Indian Air Force team in France reviews Rafale project

Hindustan Times  

An Indian Air Force team, led by a two-star officer, is currently in France to review the progress of the Rafale project even as the second batch of fighters is set to reach their home base in Ambala in the next few weeks, officials familiar with the developments said on Thursday. The Rafale fighters—the first imported jets to be inducted …

Amid Rafale\'s induction, Rajnath Singh issues \'big and stern\' message to China
4 years, 6 months ago

Amid Rafale\'s induction, Rajnath Singh issues \'big and stern\' message to China

Deccan Chronicle  

Amid the rising border tensions with China at Eastern Ladakh, the Indian Air Force on Thursday inducted five Rafale jets during a glittering ceremony at the Ambala air base. In a clear reference to China, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh said the induction of five French-made multirole Rafale jets into the Indian Air Force is a "big and stern" message to …

From Rajnath Singh's stern message to China to Smriti Irani's 'defining day', how politicos reacted to Rafale induction
4 years, 6 months ago

From Rajnath Singh's stern message to China to Smriti Irani's 'defining day', how politicos reacted to Rafale induction

Firstpost  

Rajnath Singh, who was at Thursday’s induction ceremony along with Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria, said national security is a major priority for India and it is determined to protect its territory Reacting to the induction of the first batch of five Rafale fighter jets into the Indian Air Force at Ambala Air Base on Thursday amid tensions with China …

Rafale fighter jets formally inducted in Indian Air Force at Ambala Air Base
4 years, 6 months ago

Rafale fighter jets formally inducted in Indian Air Force at Ambala Air Base

Op India  

On 10th September, the first batch of five Rafale jets was officially inducted in Indian Air Force at Ambala Air Base, Haryana. #WATCH Indian Air Force’s ‘Sarang Aerobatic Team’ performs at the Rafale induction ceremony in Ambala pic.twitter.com/KI4X3cHAl7 — ANI September 10, 2020 In his address on the occasion, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh said that Rafale induction is a big …

Story of Rafale, Its Importance for India and Weaponry Explained - All You Need to Know - News18
4 years, 6 months ago

Story of Rafale, Its Importance for India and Weaponry Explained - All You Need to Know - News18

News 18  

Indian Air Force today inducted the Dassault-Made 4.5-gen multi-role fighter jet ‘Rafale’ in presence of Minister of the Armed Forces of France Florence Parly and Defence Minister of India Rajnath Singh. Rafale is a Medium Multi-Role Combat Aircraft that willboost India’s air dominance exponentially, currently safeguarded by fighter jets like Russia made Sukhoi Su-30MKI and MiG 29, along with French …

Rafale induction a game changer, says Rajnath Singh
4 years, 6 months ago

Rafale induction a game changer, says Rajnath Singh

The Hindu  

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on Thursday called the induction of the French Rafale fighter jet into the Indian Air Force a “game changer” and termed it a very important step in the light of the prevailing security conditions that “have been created along India’s borders.” This formal ceremony also marks their full operational induction into the IAF, said Air Chief …

First batch of 5 Rafale fighter jets formally inducted into IAF
4 years, 6 months ago

First batch of 5 Rafale fighter jets formally inducted into IAF

India TV News  

The first batch of five Rafale fighter jets was formally inducted into the Indian Air Force at Ambala air base on Thursday. HIGHLIGHTS Defence Minister Rajnath Singh presents induction scroll of Rafale fighter jets to Group Captain Harkeerat Singh, Commanding Officer, 17 Squadron 'Golden Arrows' of the Indian Air Force. This induction is important considering the kind of atmosphere at …

'New bird' Rafale formally inducted into Indian Air Force's Golden Arrows squadron
4 years, 6 months ago

'New bird' Rafale formally inducted into Indian Air Force's Golden Arrows squadron

India Today  

Five Rafale fighter jets were formally inducted into the Indian Air Force on Thursday at a ceremony in the Ambala air base. A traditional ‘sarva dharma puja’, a ceremonial 'water cannon salute' to the Rafale jets and an aerial display featuring various breathtaking manoeuvres by the aircraft marked their induction into the 17 Squadron ‘Golden Arrows’ of the IAF. Ambala: …

Rafale jets | The ‘game-changer’ fighters
4 years, 7 months ago

Rafale jets | The ‘game-changer’ fighters

The Hindu  

The Indian Air Force has much to cheer with the arrival of five Rafale omni-role fighter jets in terms of the technology and capability accretion that it brings. According to its manufacturer Dassault Aviation, Rafale is an omni-role fighter capable of the entire spectrum of roles — air superiority and air defence, close air support, in-depth strikes, reconnaissance, anti-ship strikes …

Sachin Tendulkar congratulates Indian Air Force for adding 'state-of-the-art' Rafale Jets to fleet
4 years, 8 months ago

Sachin Tendulkar congratulates Indian Air Force for adding 'state-of-the-art' Rafale Jets to fleet

India TV News  

India's batting great Sachin Tendulkar took to Twitter to congratulate the Indian Air Force for adding five Rafale jets to its fleet, saying that it is a "massive upgrade for our Defence Forces." The Rafale aircraft, having an undisputed track record and considered one of the most potent combat jets globally, landed at the Ambala Air Force base at around …

PM Modi Welcomes First Batch of Rafales, Rajnath Singh Says Jets Will Come as Timely Boost for IAF
4 years, 8 months ago

PM Modi Welcomes First Batch of Rafales, Rajnath Singh Says Jets Will Come as Timely Boost for IAF

News 18  

As India received the first batch of five Rafale fighter jets on Wednesday, Prime Minister Narendra Modi said there is no virtue like protecting the nation and the BJP leaders hailed the arrival of aircraft, while the Congress raised questions over their price and "delay" in acquisition. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh chose the occasion to send out a stern message …

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